2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | SSR | Z8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |