1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 14 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z8. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z8 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
