2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z8 | 912 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |