2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 9 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 38 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 75 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550. 2009 BMW 550 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. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z8 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
