2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 5 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |