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BMW 850Ci vs Chevrolet Corvette

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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1997 BMW 850Ci

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2027 Chevrolet Corvette

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Overview

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Selected trim850CiStingray
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed automatic8-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet CorvetteStingray
MSRP$0 (best)$71,000
Lowest listing price—$10,000 (best)
Median listing price—$74,785 (best)
Highest listing price—$140,290 (best)
For sale now032 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Combined MPG15 MPG (best)—
City MPG12 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG19 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)18.5 gal

Performance

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Horsepower322 hp535 hp (best)
Torque361 lb-ft520 lb-ft (best)
Engine size5.4 L6.7 L (best)
CylindersV12V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Seating—2 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft12.6 cu ft (best)
Curb weight4,288 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance—5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase105.7 in107.2 in (best)
Length188.2 in (best)182.3 in
Width73 in76.1 in (best)
Height52.8 in (best)48.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 850Ci850CiChevrolet CorvetteStingray
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 850CiChevrolet Corvette
1

850Ci

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Stingray

$71,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

Stingray

$78,000 MSRP

3—

Stingray

$78,100 MSRP

4—

Stingray

$82,750 MSRP

5—

Stingray

$85,100 MSRP

6—

Stingray

$89,750 MSRP

7—

Grand Sport

$86,000 MSRP

8—

Grand Sport

$93,000 MSRP

9—

Grand Sport

$93,100 MSRP

10—

Grand Sport

$97,750 MSRP

11—

Grand Sport

$100,100 MSRP

12—

Grand Sport

$104,750 MSRP

13—

Z06

$118,900 MSRP

14—

Z06

$125,900 MSRP

15—

Z06

$127,800 MSRP

16—

Z06

$132,450 MSRP

17—

Z06

$134,800 MSRP

18—

Z06

$139,450 MSRP

19—

ZR1

$194,700 MSRP

20—

ZR1

$204,700 MSRP

21—

ZR1

$205,700 MSRP

22—

ZR1

$215,700 MSRP

23—

ZR1X

$224,900 MSRP

24—

ZR1X

$234,900 MSRP

25—

ZR1X

$235,900 MSRP

26—

ZR1X

$245,900 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 850Ci vs Chevrolet Corvette FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 850Ci vs 2027 Chevrolet Corvette on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 850Ci starts lower at $0. Live Chevrolet Corvette listings start at $10,000.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 1997 BMW 850Ci leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette leads on horsepower in this comparison (1,250).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 850Ci or 2027 Chevrolet Corvette?
The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette leads on seats in this comparison (2).
BMW 850Ci vs Chevrolet Corvette: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer