BMW M8 vs Ferrari 296 GTS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Ferrari 296 GTS
Overview
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Ferrari 296 GTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Competition | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | — |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | — |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | — |
| Engine type | gas | — |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Ferrari 296 GTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138,800 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $73,872 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $88,185 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $102,498 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Ferrari 296 GTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 20.1 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Ferrari 296 GTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 617 hp (best) | — |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Ferrari 296 GTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 14.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,560 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.3 in (best) | — |
| Length | 191.8 in (best) | — |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | — |
| Height | 53.6 in (best) | — |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Ferrari 296 GTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
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 M8 | Ferrari 296 GTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Competition $138,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Competition $150,000 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
BMW M8 vs Ferrari 296 GTS FAQ
- Which is better: 2025 BMW M8 or 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 BMW M8 vs 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2025 BMW M8 or 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS starts lower at $0. Live BMW M8 listings start at $73,872.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 BMW M8 or 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS?
- The 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 BMW M8 or 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS?
- The 2025 BMW M8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2025 BMW M8 or 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS?
- The 2025 BMW M8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
- Which has better seats: 2025 BMW M8 or 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS?
- The 2025 BMW M8 leads on seats in this comparison (4).

