2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z8 | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |