2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tatra T700 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 203 more horse power than 1997 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tatra T700. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | BMW | Tatra |
| Model | Z8 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
