BMW M8 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 M8Competition | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Competition | Spyder RS |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138,800 (best) | $164,200 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 20.1 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 617 hp (best) | 493 hp |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft (best) | 331 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | 4 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | Porsche 718 SpyderSpyder RS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 14.8 cu ft (best) | 8.6 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 655 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,560 lbs | 3,214 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 111.3 in (best) | 97.7 in |
| Length | 191.8 in (best) | 173.9 in |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 53.6 in (best) | 49.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M8Competition | 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 M8 | Porsche 718 Spyder |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Competition $138,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Spyder RS $164,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Competition $150,000 MSRP | — |