2008 BMW 650 vs. 1999 BMW Z8
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1999 BMW Z8 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | Z8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |