2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 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 228 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 447 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara. 2012 Nissan Navara 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. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z8 | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z8 | Navara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |