BMW Z4 vs Chevrolet Corvette
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Chevrolet Corvette
Overview
| Spec | BMW Z4sDrive30i | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | sDrive30i | Stingray |
| Body style | Convertible | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW Z4sDrive30i | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $56,100 (best) | $71,000 |
| Lowest listing price | $76,717 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $77,845 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $78,972 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW Z4sDrive30i | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 13.7 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW Z4sDrive30i | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 535 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 520 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 6.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW Z4sDrive30i | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 9.9 cu ft | 12.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 459 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,314 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in | 107.2 in (best) |
| Length | 170.7 in | 182.3 in (best) |
| Width | 73.4 in | 76.1 in (best) |
| Height | 51.4 in (best) | 48.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW Z4sDrive30i | Chevrolet CorvetteStingray |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | Not Rated | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | BMW Z4 | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | sDrive30i $56,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Stingray $71,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M40i $68,400 MSRP | 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 |