2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z8 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 214 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (271 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z8 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
