2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 weights approximately 148 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z8 | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1733 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
