1988 BMW M5 vs. 1999 BMW Z8
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1999 BMW Z8 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | Z8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |