2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |