2008 BMW 745 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 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 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (328 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 485 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 745. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 745. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 302 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
