2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 100 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |
