2008 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 676 kg more than 2002 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
