2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
