2009 BMW 335 vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 302 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 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 | 1602 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
