2008 BMW 530 vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
