2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
