04-30-2024, 01:07 PM | #1 |
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Z4 vs. Z8
I've been very impressed with my recently acquired 2023 Z4. Great quality, great ride. I'm wondering just how a Z4 stacks up against the Z8, which is one of the nicest sports cars ever produced IMHO. Has anyone had the chance to own both?
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04-30-2024, 02:27 PM | #3 |
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Performance wise the Z4 M40i is better on just about every measurement. When new the Z8 was a performance player in its time frame. Fit the BMW line where the M8 versions fit now. There were no cars comparable to the current 840, M850 in the series . Very limited production only about 2500 out of 5700 made it to USA. As for looks take your choice. The Z8 has IIHO very classic looks while the Z4 is a more modern take on a two seater. $135,304 base price 394 hp @ 6600 rpm 2000 Z8 C/D TEST RESULTS 60 mph: 4.5 sec 100 mph: 10.6 sec 120 mph: 15.1 sec Rolling start, 5–60 mph: 4.7 sec Top gear, 30–50 mph: 7.2 sec Top gear, 50–70 mph: 5.1 sec 1/4 mile: 13.0 sec @ 111 mph Top speed (governor limited): 155 mph Braking, 70–0 mph: 165 ft Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.90 g EPA FUEL ECONOMY Combined/city/highway: 16/13/21 mpg
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FYI, the Z8 was essentially a 5-series chassis with a BMW 507 homage body on it.
Really cool car, I love to see them on the road, but not a thoroughbred sports car.
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I saw this beauty at my dealer’s service department in Ft. Lauderdale last year.
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I agree that they are absolutely beautiful sports cars. May be my favorite. I have never driven one and was curious if anyone had driven both a G29 Z4 and Z8. Back in 02 I had a chance to pick up a new Topaz Blue over Cream interior Z8 at a huge discount. Dealer could not sell the car. Who knew??????
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05-02-2024, 09:03 PM | #9 |
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Z8 still looks great all these years later. IMO when done right the more roundish lines make a car timeless. I think the Jag F-Type will always look good as well.
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