2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | G8 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
