2007 BMW 760 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 760 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
