2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 130 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, 2011 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z8. 2011 Lexus IS 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. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | Z8 | IS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
