1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 158 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2009 BMW 730 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z8 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
