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BMW 328i vs BMW Z8

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 BMW 328i

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2003 BMW Z8

Overview

SpecBMW 328i328iBMW Z8Base
Selected trim328iBase
Body styleSedanConvertible
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162003

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328i328iBMW Z8Base
MSRP$38,350 (best)$131,500
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328i328iBMW Z8Base
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)15 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)12 MPG
Highway MPG34 MPG (best)19 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal19.3 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 328i328iBMW Z8Base
Horsepower240 hp394 hp (best)
Torque255 lb-ft368 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L4.9 L (best)
CylindersI4V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328i328iBMW Z8Base
Seating5 seats (best)2 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume13 cu ft (best)5.1 cu ft
Curb weight3,320 lbs (best)3,495 lbs
Ground clearance5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase110.6 in (best)98.6 in
Length182.4 in (best)173.2 in
Width71.3 in72 in (best)
Height56.3 in (best)51.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328i328iBMW Z8Base
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 328iBMW Z8
1

328i

$38,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$131,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

328i SULEV

$38,350 MSRP

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