1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 13 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 96 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (304 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 365 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8. 2012 BMW 740 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. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 BMW Z8 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z8 | 740 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
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 | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |