1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 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 169 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z8 | 328 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |