Chevrolet Corvette C8 vs. BMW M4 | Sports Car Comparison | Performance, Handling, Engine & More!
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- Опубліковано 18 тра 2024
- In this luxury coupe comparison, Carlos Lago from Edmunds takes an in-depth look at two popular sports cars, the Chevy Corvette C8 and BMW M4 Competition. You might not think these two sport coupes would have much in common, but the Corvette and M4 share many similarities. Both are rear-wheel-drive two-door coupes that have around 500 horsepower. They have similar prices, and both are insanely fun to drive. Which one is the better choice? We answer that question and more in this exciting sports car comparison of the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2021 BMW M4 Competition.
With the eighth-generation Corvette (or C8), Chevrolet moved away from the classic front-engine layout to a new mid-engine layout. The change dramatically improves the driving experience. The 2020 Corvette C8, with a 6.2-liter V8 and dual-clutch automatic transmission, glides effortlessly around the track. The steering and handling are such that the driver has the utmost confidence to push this Chevy sports car to its limits. Speed has always been a calling card of the Corvette, and the 2020 model doesn't disappoint - it's really fast. Add all these factors up, and it's easy to see why the Chevrolet Corvette C8 is consistently ranked as one of the best sports cars.
The BMW M4 Competition is a worthy opponent for the Corvette. Redesigned for 2021, the M4 is faster and more powerful than the previous generation. A turbocharged 503-horsepower six-cylinder engine and improved suspension work together to put all that power to the road. The M4 is based on the BMW M3 sedan, so it is a little longer and taller than the Corvette. The 2021 M4 also has a back seat, so there's more interior space in BMW's sports car. Fun, fast and powerful, the 2021 BMW M4 Competition is a force on the track and on the road.
These two similar sports cars are the stars in this luxury sports car comparison test. The Chevrolet Corvette and BMW M4 Competition are both rear-drive two-door sport coupes with 500 hp. It would be hard to go wrong with either, but which is the right choice for you? We have our preference, but everyone is different and we're here to help you make the best decision. It's the 2020 Chevy Corvette C8 vs. 2021 BMW M4 Competition sports car comparison test.
2021 BMW M4 review: edmu.in/3i8nxgg
2020 Chevrolet Corvette review: edmu.in/3hVQxaP
2020 Chevrolet Corvette long-term test: edmu.in/3huCTN3
2021 BMW M4 vs. 2020 Chevrolet Corvette: edmu.in/3xzckfd
#BMWM4 #ChevyCorvette
Intro 00:00
Price and Specs 01:05
Corvette Stability/Drifting 02:24
M4 Stability/Drifting 05:36
M4 Driving Impressions 08:23
Corvette Driving Impressions 15:08
Edmunds' Take 22:55
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Would you rather have the C8 or the M4? Read the full comparison: edmu.in/3xzckfd
With the nose on that M4? Yeah, but no. It doesn't matter how good a car it is, I can't get past the nose on that M4.
I have to admit, however, that I really don't like the square steering wheel on the Corvette.
Very strange when you guys say corvette is faster on straight line , when you guys have a video of them straight line racing and m4 beats the corvette
C8, not even an option to buy any modern BMW
C8 because it looks more exotic
C8. Not even close. I came out of a fully loaded 340i into the C8, and the cars are not even in the same league. My BMW was nice and was fast, but it drives like a front engine/transmission sport sedan, not like a mid engine sports car. The C8 handling and driving feel are just awesome - I drove it on Tail of the Dragon, what a phenomenal experience.
I love how he kept saying that the C8 had more straight line speed, but their drag review they posted a few weeks ago shows otherwise.
I think even at IMSA or WEC the new bmw is doing very well to keep up or beat Chevy in some races.
@@michaelschneider1365 You realize IMSA is not "real world" right? It is just balance of outcomes, which they cleverly call balance of performance.
Did the c8 have the z51 package?
No better auto journalist than Carlos Lago. Well done.
'cough' Chris Harris
Drove these cars back to back at the track, I agree 100% Corvette is easier to go fast, and more composed at speed. M4 was more lively and required way more input. I prefer the vette, because I can cruise with the top off and it rides amazing.
Probably the best comparison review video of the C8 on UA-cam. Great job both with production and content.
Very in-depth review of these cars and for that reason very telling. Carlos is still one of the best in the business of relating the essence of a vehicle and how that translates to ‘real-world’ driving. The track experience lets him push these cars harder than on public roads and reveals what was each cars’ pros and or cons.
Keep up the great work Edmunds!
People forget the s58 engine in the M4 can make 700-1000hp with a few things done . No competition
yeah if u wanna void your warranty
they're more reliable than the vette and not blowing motors up with few thousand miles, vette is the one you want warranty with@@logical_lb3059
Well done Carlos! A comparison that I wasn’t expecting but I enjoyed learning how closely matched they are. Keep up the excellent work! 😀👍🏻
🙌 The LSX Tacoma looks awesome!
@@CarlosLago Thank you! Everyone needs to experience a terribly overpowered little truck at some point in their life! Preferably after one has got their affairs in order, last will and testament, etc. 😳 😂
Carlos Lago 2024
The M4 is a good car, but the Corvette looks like an icon.
Corvette does not look like an icon. It IS an icon.
@@KP-xi4bj Yupp
It's not a Real Corvette.
Corvette is dead
Being an icon is ok but only in the us, cars that go around corners are iconic everywhere else
The corvette is an icon, this is not a corvette. this is Chevy trying to save a dying car
There was so much experience distilled into this review. Great job Carlos.
Carlos rocks!
I’ll take some of mid-engine v8 goodness. It’s quite the looker in person.
Agree to disagree.
I’ve seen a ton of them around here and they’re just so hideous to me. Eager to see how they evolve the styling in later generations.
That C8 is amazing
@@backroadblast6603well it’s only electro from here on out it’ll never sound the same again
@@yanezpb7109 no idea how that relates to my comment
@@backroadblast6603 it’s not gonna evolve
I love the M4 but the Corvette sounds so darn good!!
Woow! Really happy too see you on reviews Charly! The best for you, and keep doing this bud 🖖🏼
Great production quality! Hopefully more contents coming!
That laugh after you power slide the C8 is priceless 😂👏
Hey, Carlos. I love the music part the most although driving like your style is a plus. Please do a comparison again when the next Z06 come out. I heard it sounds insane. However, I noticed the interior noise is louder in the Corvette than M4. But for a good time and that way you laugh out of corner is good enough not to think about it. Good job 👏
For me its a no brainer, M4.
Why? Simple back seats!
You pay for quality, M4 all day everyday. You complain about the lack of rear traction in the M4 but you have the traction control off.
You clearly haven't sat in a c8. the interior quality is better than the BMW no question. Corvette stepped up their interior game big time
You clearly have never sat in either. The Vette has gotten significantly better. It's now crappy instead of shitty. Even in this video you can still see how Play Skool it is. I don't mind the Vette's crappy interior though because if it had a quality interior it would be twice the price. I love the new Vette. I was in an M4 Comp this past weekend. The quality of the interior is insane. As it should be at that price point. But I hate turbos.....
@@thefather414 show me a link of ANY car reviewer showing anything other than amazing ratings for the interior of the c8. I'll wait.... I guess you know better than everyone else. I have driven both BTW and I own 1
In this review he clearly stated that the vette is not up to par with the Bimmer. And the vettes interior has been so atrocious any small improvement will be gushed over.
@@brett2375 dude you have no idea what you are talking about. Yank interiors will never match German no matter what brand you are talking about. The fact that you own one means shit, watch the reviews and everyone says the quality isn’t up to par
Love the musical throttle revs!
Blue Danube always been a fav, and matches the car.
Just traded my C8 for an M3 competition...M3 feels way faster from 20 to 100... much more fun. It just keeps pulling. I love it!!!
Same 0-60 as per car and driver (2.8 with 0.2s rollout) and it has backseats that 6 ft adults can sit in. Like wtf why would anyone get a C8.
@ilangreen8465 still happy with your trade? I’m considering this exact same scenario.
Did you get the rear wheel or the all wheel?
I bought the M4 competition… Bmw wildly underrated the engine. I make 514hp to the wheels…..
People missing out man, BMW knew what they were doing it’s a sleeper. Everyone is complaining like little kids about the front grill and can’t accept change but once someone experiments on the S58 and cracks the code that thing will be a force to deal with.
Agree
Typically Bmw. The m5/6 instead of 560hp made 620-640hp on dyno. Some may think wow i paid for more. But in reality that means that the performance numbers become much less impressive.
@@Ante_Knezevic obviously you've never owned one.
@@LemonySnicket-EUC But i've driven them. All my friends that had Bmw and afterwards bought an Audi they never went back.
Great job Carlos. Always enjoy your reviews
C8 for me and great review by Carlos.
Based on looks alone, gimme the C8 every single day.
Shallow
Great Review … congratulations!!
Did you guys add the extra 2 liters of transmission fluid prior to taking the C8 to the track?
I find it interesting that the Corvette is becoming so good that its handling and power delivery, comfort on the road, and performance on the track, are all less exciting because the car is so well sorted now. it has far less drama now than in previous generations.
Kind of reminds me of how the 911 has progressed. It's less exciting because it's so much better. Now everyone will start saying it's become "clinical" and (gasp!) boring.
Such is progress...
I agree, the corvette and 911/356 has been competing with the Corvette since day 1
Kind of funny that aspects of the front engine driving experience that were criticized when the Corvette was front engine now are being missed.
Now, now...just wait for the Z06
When something becomes worse it's not progress
Nobody is going to say the Z06 doesn't deliver the goods in the fun to drive department.
C8 ALL DAY.
Excellent review!
Nice job. But I ordered the m4 long ago and I can't wait for it because I know it's the real thing by the way get the six-speed
As a BMW owner, the only arguable point for the M4 in this comparison is the available manual (non-Comp). But still…no. C8 Corvette all the way.
You are definitely not an M car owner...
Why not both M3 and Vette. Great customer combo
You could always go M5 CS. Makes a Hellcat Redeye look super slow.
Bmw owner also here. Vette all the way
@@creatineenjoyer7345 BMW's were cool cars in the past, not so far away. Today these are cars that aren't worth what they cost, for much less you have a Vette C8 that delivers much more, besides of course, being prettier than this ugly BMW with beaver teeth. I miss the E43 that was a car ahead of its time, a work of engineering art! BMW died after that.
How is the m4 slower in acceleration when it traps 3 mph higher then the Corvette. The 0-60 times are kinda pointless. That m4 is definitely making more then the advertised 500. H.p
That's what I was thinking..Is he saying that just based on 0-60? That's probably a traction thing, vette having engine over rear tires. The M4 probably feels faster because it is..plus the 503hp rating is probably less than it's actually making. Probably more like 550hp
@@cjpp78ytube its just 503 to the wheels and 540 to the crank, bmw uses whp when indicating the hp of their cars
To each their own. I own the 2021 M4 Competition and a 2021 X4M Competition. Before the purchase I tracked my friends 2021 Z51 C8 at the track in Litchfield. I found the C8 basic and lacked the true sports car feel. Yes the backend is more stable than the M4, it wasn’t exciting. Tip* The more you practice cornering on the M4, the better you feel with steering. I took me time. Now I consistently beat my buddies C8 in lap times. Personally I prefer the exotic feel of M series cars.
@@cjpp78ytube correct there are already dyno videos showing the m4/m3 are making more power then advertised
@@naseralshareef3026 oh yeah I'm familiar with BMW's underrating of power figures. I work for BMW manufacturing and lease a lot of the cars. All have felt faster than factory rating and most models Dyno at the wheels the factory claim at the crank or close. The M340 like I'm leasing now Dyno 380 at wheels or did..BMW sent out over the air updates that lowered the power to rated crank power..I don't know why, too spicy considering the M3 was coming?🤷🏾♂️
Truck-derived pushrod V8 in Corvette "feels smoother" than BMW's inline-six and Corvette is also "a little more comfortable on the road". Am I in the correct timeline ?
@edmunds should Chevorlet make a stretch c8 with rear seats?
I have an e92 m3(V8) and a C7 stingray. Funny how he mentions that you feel the surge of power on the M4 and not so much with the C8. It feels the same even for generations behind. Luv them both to death
Great vid Carlos. You weren’t near as excited as when you’ve done GT3 vids though. That’s all I need to say :)
Interesting comparison and analysis!
The BMW has a turbo straight 6, so it has a big fat power curve. The C8 is N/A, so you need to keep the RPMs high to stay in the power band. The LT2 actually has less mid-band torque than the LT1, but makes more torque at high RPMs.
It's actually more linear
@@LemonySnicket-EUClinear power is way more controllable and consistent on road or track. In the end, the corvette is exotic for an American made car.
Picking my up with the z51 and magnetic ride. Can't wait to drive it..
@@nickm8651 that's why I paid cash for an M4 .
It would have been nice to see and compare Laptimes.
Chevy runs deep! Excellent video! Well presented! Great job!
Great video
I rather have the BMW M4 2020 that new grill is nasty
Ordered a C8. It will be my daily driver. Can’t wait.
Trying to get a good deal on one. So crazy for the first time in my life I can barely afford one and they hike the MRSP $15k. Luckily I think I found a good place but just got to be patient.
Carlos, yes the M4 is not as quick from a dead stop, but even your acceleration data shows the M4’s dominance once rolling... it takes the M4 8.1s to go from 60 mph to its 122.7 mph 1/4 mile trap speed.. meanwhile the C8 takes longer (8.3s) to go from 60 mph to its lower 1/4 mph trap of 119.7 mph. So the M4 feels faster because it is faster after it gets off the line.
Also, the M4 has a big fat BMW turbo power curve that you’re not going to get from an N/A engine.
@@terryforsythe8083 and come to think of it, if the track is at elevation, the turbo wastegates will help it build boost in the thinner air, as opposed to the N/A V8 sucking (thin) wind...
Carlos Lago 2024
The BMW has AWD and the C8 is rwd.
The M4 is the highest tuned version of the 4 series....and that is a base Corvette >.>
Now imagine if the Corvette also had forced induction....
Did yall see the trap speed difference. Good lord that straight 6 is beastly
It feels it from behind the wheel too!
I just want to know how did you do that pose in the air?🤔
its really tough, straight six is my favorite engine configuration and im a fan of manual transmission.
The M4 is faster from a roll, Corvette is faster from a start because it has more of its weight on the back tires, that's why the M4 feels faster on the track.
Nah actually the BMW is fast at both
Not according to their drag race video. M4 took the hike shot and continued to gap the vet on the long end.
@@jeffthornock8671 I just rewatched that video, when they both got good launches the Corvette won the drag race and the M4 won the rolling race, exactly what I said.
Pretty crazy how similar the interior M4 engine noise is to the CT5-V.
I'll take the M4, in Xdrive. Plus having 4 seats is a bonus.
I'll take that Vette thank you 😊
Total cost of ownership is rarely evaluated. Replacing the breaks on the BMW is far more expensive than replacing the breaks on the vett..... For example.
In this cars case, the $8,100 carbon ceramic option, has a 300,000 mile replacement interval. Now track it, and YMMV.
Finally Edmunds making a comeback 👌
Great comparison, they are definitely similar in performance, but visually the Corvette is stunning, while the BMW makes me want to throw up in my mouth.
You will only see it from behind.
The M4 is a great looking car, except for the fact they decided to put a Ram 1500 front end on it. Seems like an identity crisis. I'm getting my C8 in about a month after a years wait. Very excited to finally get it!
@Karol Szymon Wiśniewski lol, you don't understand how it works. You give a deposit to a dealer who is willing to sell @MSRP, and then it takes a about a year or more before you can finally get the car, because you are on an allocation waiting list. I placed my deposit August 2020 with the dealer and the car is just now going to be built @ the GM plant this coming week. And no they not even remotely close to being seen as often as Camry's and they are still selling well above MSRP if you want to buy one right now vs. Ordering one.
@Karol Szymon Wiśniewski it was only a $1k deposit, and I'm paying $68k for a 1LT Z51 with Mag Ride. Just looked up prices again, and 2021 1LT's are selling for $95k+, so I can resell it and make $20k after taxes, and you are talking about a complaint over my 1k deposit to secure my allocation? No dealers are selling @ MSRP off the lot. Do a search, all the available C8's are still like $30K above MSRP.
I would take the Corvette, it's a much more exciting car. I Can't stand BMW's new front-end design language.
It's a straight-6, DOHC, with sophisticated valve timing and lift. Of course it feels different than a pushrod V8.
No lie the pushrod be a hit and miss at times I had more fun driving the m4 than the c8
It’s just a wildly different turbo torque and hp curve, it makes more power through more of the rpm’s, not just peak
Obviously, a vid to annoy/anger the masses: the c8 is a world-beater at its intended (ie, pre-pandemic) price and the M4comp is a lux germ sports sedan. Both cars are great, but the correct comparisons are c8 v M2comp and CTS-v blackwing v M4comp. If you dont keep the prices close, what's the point?
Nice comparison considering the BMW is making close to 600hp. We all know the numbers are way under reported. There's no mystery why the BMW is so fast.
I have a 2022 xDrive on order, the exact same spec as this, except the carbon seats. They are horrible for daily. But same color, same wheels and CCBs for the same cost. The XDrive is $4,100 more, so that makes up for the price of me not getting the carbon seats. $102,880.
However, you’re not doing a very good job of explaining the difference in options. The M4 has $8,100 carbon ceramics, and $3,800 optional carbon seats. $2,500 full Merino Leather, and $4,800 carbon exterior package, full 360 cameras and $1,750 for the paint color upgrade. The Corvette, by comparison, is a 2LT with just a Z51 package. Fully optioned C8 without Carbon ceramics, can get over $100k. The $5,000 carbon 5VM exterior package for the C8 isn’t available to order anymore, or it would be more than the M4 fully specd.
Poor Job explaining the options on both cars and declaring one car faster without track data. Go figure.
@@edwardsison that too. Maybe there’s a 3rd video, coming? The first video was 0-60 and 1/4 mile. Maybe there will be a 3rd video with actual track laps. 🤷🏻♂️
@@g.dubyou6263 maybe, who knows. Btw, when are you projected to receive your AWD? I actually traded in my RWD M4 last week for an AWD model coming in October. Dealership provided me with an X5 loaner. I am at 111 order status with a production number.
@@edwardsison week 31 for build start. The allocation was in 112 status when I got it.
@@edwardsison I’m Limegrntaln on g80.Bimmerpost. Week 31 is August 2nd, btw.
I still prefer having mid-engine corvette even if it is 20k more in price tag! CRAZY this corvette is cheaper by 20k! Z06 will be even crazier.. thanks Chevy
Well with options it won’t be lol
That m4 was fully loaded, the c8 wasn't.
Interesting that the M4 Comp has a higher trap speed than the corvette at the quarter mile. Wonder if it would carry on that trajectory in the half
Yes it would.
Those are bespoke ps4s on the BMW. Completely different than standard ps4s. They are much closer to standard cup2s
Yeah, same deal with the C8, too. Most (if not all) cars like these have tires tuned to automaker specs.
@@CarlosLago
The M4 is not making 500 hp lol
It has nothing to do with delivery
They literally dyno 500+ whp. Its
Not because they are impressive
So you're saying the BMW handles like the Corvettes USED to handle.
I never thought this, but maybe I should put the Corvette on my list as well.
Who would want a front engine car when you can have a balanced, mid engine platform. The corvette is also way more car for the money. I want the same racing platform as an Indycar, or a Formula 1 car. Nuf said.
Me, give me a ferrari f12 any day of the week,
Lmao u sound goofy
Lmao you sound illiterate
Man that blue Corvette C8 Looks Beautiful!
So does that same color on an M4
@@LemonySnicket-EUC yes
Easiest way to know which one is better is to look at real life racing. IMSA. The new C8R is almost unbeatable so far
The race cars are completely different from production cars, lol.
@@EK-rr2md only difference is horsepower. You have to build your race car out of the same platform as your production car. It's just the horsepower is simply Limited at 500 for the race car.
@@davidwhite2411 That is absolutely incorrect. Why do people post things that are so completely false? Everything from the frame to the brakes, engine, transmission, dimensions, weight, suspension, interior, and fuel system are different. In fact, the 2 cars only share around 100 parts. It is easy enough to look this stuff up instead of just being so completely wrong.
@@EK-rr2md apparently you don't know how close Gm is working with Pratt&Miller to have the same race car vs street car. DYOR
@@davidwhite2411 I just explained all of the differences. Easy enough to look up, lol. Why do people make completely false posts? Maybe you like getting proved wrong over and over. Google C8R race car and click on the GM authority link. Simple. Try to actually learn something instead of showing your complete ignorance. Anyone that knows anything about race cars knows they are miles away from production cars. SMH.
Man I’m tired of car reviewers going on about the BMW grill. Looks and styling are always subjective so you’re welcomed to your opinion, but please quit ranting on like broken records about the grills. Personally I think the new styling is fresh, modern, and aggressive. I also think the big grills are already making the small grill models look dated. Personally, I think the 330/340 models look more like a Honda Accord than a BMW these days… but that’s just my opinion and I promise not to bore you with my opinion by repeating it fifty more times! 😅. Good content though! Love both those cars!
It is because so many dislike the grill. sort of like how many do not like the back of the C8. if only a few disliked it, then no one would talk about it. so it is a thing.
I agree I ha e both 2020 corvette and m3 and the m3 feels why more powerful you have to be so carful the power up and down. Corvette feels like it’s a bit dragging with the trans held back or something
0:10 actually I was looking for where I left my 10mm socket, but that sounds nice too. lol
Am I the only one who thinks this BMW is absolutely bold and gorgeous
@@idesignafrika7066 yes
a 60k C8 he says... My ass. I'd finance one immidiately at MSRP.
You can get them at MSRP from large dealers, but there are a heck of a lot of people lined up in front of you with their deposits in place. I waited 19 months from deposit to delivery, partly due to the GM strike, COVID shutdowns and parts shortages. Wait time now should be shorter, depending on how many deposits your dealer has and their allocations from GM.
There are plenty of dealers who sell at MSRP.
Bro, I'm willing to take a fat chick working in a Chevy dealer on multiples dates to get on top of that list. Pay MSRP and not a penny more! 🤣
I would rather have the c8 man that car looks amazing and looks even better in person.
I'm a 2x M3 owner. A BMW fan, for sure. My pristine 2004 E46 M3 is still epic, and I'll keep her till I croak. But as soon as I can get my mitts on the C8 Z06, it's over. Nothing touches the corvette for the money, and I'm finally a believer.
wait... good review but no lap times? you were on a track!!!
I would get the Vette and my last few cars were BMWs like the 19’ M5.
Ill take the m4 but with a manual, the c8 is cool, but it looks like i would get kinda bored of it in a year.
No comparison!!!!!!!!!! The Corvette is in a league by itself!!!
Wrong. Looks alone maybe.
If you can find a C8 for $70K your a better man than most - ain't happening and you know it
People that say the M4 isn’t as capable as the Corvette are dead wrong. Having driven both on track the M4 is more engaging to drive and faster. Driving experience aside the reliability of the Corvettes kills it for me I’ve had non stop issues with my C7 Z06 including 2 torque tube replacements and a new supercharger. My buddy also has had a laundry list of problems with his C8 including countless electrical issues and now it needs a new transmission. It’s also worth mentioning no Corvette can touch BMW build quality specifically fit and finish and material quality.
Having just traded my ‘22 C8 for a new M4 Comp, I concur. I love the C8 and it is overall a great car but the build quality and materials in the M are far superior. And yes, Chevy has not yet perfected the dual clutch. It’s temperamental.
How did he launch the Corvette? Was it a neutral drop, or ...??
I've seen a dyno of an M4. It was putting down 505 WHP.
So that means it has between 580-600 BHP.
U mean the opposite
@@eLus1ve2991 huh? I meant what I said. A cars bhp is higher than whp.
"Wheel Horse Power. Unlike bhp, whp is the power output measured at the wheels. This is the information a dyno run provides and usually reads around *15 per cent less than the power measured at the engine (bhp) - this is because power is lost in the driveline (including clutch and transmission)."
@@DJMontePGH 10% loss in fwd
15% in rwd
20% loss in awd
Practicality wise BMW offers a 4 door with a manual. But looks wise the Corvette.
Im a vette guy but i do like the BMW, however has Edmunds even tried pricing a new or used C8 these days? Most new ones have $30k dealer markup, even used C8's are typically over $100k as well.
*why would anyone want to deal with BMW horrible maintenance $$$$$$, specially after the warranty is over*
because not everyone keeps their car for 10+ years
Who actually buys these? I lease sports cars...
C8
17 people should just take the bus. Who could dislike this video? This reminds me of the days of Motor Trend. Love it.
The Corvette is a sports car, like a Porsche for less money. And the M4 is a fast coupe based on a 4 door sedan. It will never come close to a Corvette C8 around a track.
My dude, what...? Have you seen reviews and track tests?
Track times?
Which one will still be most cost efficient to own and run when they hit 80k miles?
I want both cars. Can’t decide love the looks of both. BMW xdrive is faster 0-60 but in Laps the C8 tested about 4 seconds faster and only 1 second behind the Porsche
Since no one is mentioning this, or might not have the knowledge: the msrp is NOT actual price for the Corvette. In the real world, the C8 Corvette is $110k+ plus car because of dealer mark-up. While the M4 is selling for ACTUAL msrp price. You can easily buy the M4 Competition for $82-86K....If you don't believe me, go to a Chevy dealer and try to buy the C8 and look at the ACTUAL out the door price. Please people learn real world prices and then make comments. And Edmunds, you guys should mention these things, you guys are suppose to be "professionals" in this field. Highly disappointed in Edmunds....smh.
Thank you... Misleading is an understatement...
@@TheloniousP No problem :)
Corvette. The potential for some reliable tuning upgrades has my vote. 600WHP? Yep.
The B58 / S58 has a ton of potential for tuning as well.
24:15 nice orchestra for today
Engine doesn't feel as urgent in the Corvette despite them being rated similarly? That one's easy: the BMW's 505 HP is to the wheels.
The m4 isnt getting 505 to the wheel 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I am a Carlos Lago fan. There I said it.
Ask him out
Carbon buckets in the M4 are $3800, not $4800, Carlos.
There is a lot of misinformation in this video. The buckets seats and more. My M4 was $88K and change with bucket seats etc. Those vets are going MSRP plus dealer markup which makes them more expensive. Carlos is a fanboy and and his face in the drag race video where the M4 walked the C8 was proof.
I just checked the build sheet for that car and indeed they are $3800! I misspoke. As-tested price is accurate though.
Carlos said the vet is the faster car on the track. Care to back this up with the track times you got from driving both cars on the same track?
@I'm Curious but it killed the cat so.... common sense? Ok, my common sense tells me that the M4 is faster. Is that good enough for you? But for the data driven and verifiable information driven people, Carlos cannot just throw around assertions without numbers i.e. track times etc..
@I'm Curious but it killed the cat so.... and that applies to you..
@I'm Curious but it killed the cat so.... apparently drugs are too common where you live.
@I'm Curious but it killed the cat so.... they have a video of both of them drag racing and m4 is way faster than the corvette, so track time should be very similar
@I'm Curious but it killed the cat so.... in this case it does since the cornering g’s are pretty similar and straight line m4 is faster ua-cam.com/video/OG9GGu1jIQU/v-deo.html
If I have money to buy either , I would go with corvette anyday. More reliable and great resale value. BMW loses 40-50% in 3 years. I would say corvette probably loses 10-20% in 3 years. That too 3 years old C7 are selling at the same price as they were bought.
3745lbs BMW to 3365lbs Corvette, so obviously handling is slightly compromised but 1/4mile is only 0.3 seconds different for the C8.
Top speed for both is near enough same albeit the BMW comes with the European restriction (if your market) but with the BMW you can have her tweaked just a little and gain a lot more power buy a custom MAP Configuration and that’ll add another 50-65hp (safe) which would make it a lot quicker.
We don’t all drive on tracks regularly and most of these vehicles will never see one, so drifting is pointless especially If you like your driveshafts and don’t want to spend $800 on a set of rear tyres every month.
It’s your money, and if resale after a couple years is important to recoup something back then go with the obvious especially if you’re trading in or having something less common.
The 3365 lbs you quote for the c8 is the DRY weight, ie without fluids. The fully laden weight is 3649.