2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 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 144 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 381 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |
