2008 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 730 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |