2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 105 L |
