BMW 840i xDrive vs Porsche 718 Spyder
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Porsche 718 Spyder
Overview
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 840i xDrive | Spyder RS |
| Body style | Sedan | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $93,800 (best) | $164,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 16 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 14 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 19 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 493 hp (best) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | 331 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft (best) | 8.6 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,010 lbs (best) | 655 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,281 lbs | 3,214 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 119 in (best) | 97.7 in |
| Length | 200.3 in (best) | 173.9 in |
| Width | 76.1 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 55.4 in (best) | 49.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None 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.
| Trim | BMW 840i xDrive | Porsche 718 Spyder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 840i xDrive $93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Spyder RS $164,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 840i xDrive $94,700 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 840i xDrive $103,500 MSRP | — |