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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Chevrolet Corvette Coupe comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (99,400 £ vs 92,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Chevrolet Corvette Coupe?

BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Chevrolet Corvette Coupe: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • considerably more efficient
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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

8 Series Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is only slightly cheaper – starting at 92,500 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Convertible uses 6.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with 12.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

Corvette Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers marginally more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 55 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.7 s, while the BMW 8 Series Convertible takes 3.3 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe delivers marginally more torque with 806 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 56 Nm more.

8 Series Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 8 Series Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Chevrolet Corvette Coupe is somewhat lighter – 1,730 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 185 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 357 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries clearly more – 425 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
BMW 8 Series Convertible
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

The Corvette is a head-turning American sports car that pairs sculpted, aggressive looks with a cockpit built for driving enjoyment, complete with a thunderous soundtrack that refuses to be ignored. It delivers near-supercar thrills without the fuss of exotic ownership, making it a tantalizing pick for buyers who want performance and personality in one package.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible
Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Price
92,500 - 156,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
289 - 377 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Curb weight
1,730 - 1,907 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Width
1,934 - 2,025 mm
Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
193 - 250 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
482 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
8
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
5,460 - 6,162 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Chevrolet
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