2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 8 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 172 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z8 | 530 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |