2020 BMW 8 Series vs. 2020 Porsche 911
In comparing the 2020 BMW 8 Series's and the 2020 Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the 2020 BMW 8 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2020 Porsche 911 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 BMW 8 Series's and the 2020 Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2020 BMW 8 Series vs. 2020 Porsche 911 Pricing
A used 2020 BMW 8 Series ranges from $58,973 to $74,926 while a used 2020 Porsche 911 is priced between $114,998 to $154,994.
2020 BMW 8 Series vs. 2020 Porsche 911 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 BMW 8 Series loses 47.9 percent of its value and the 2020 Porsche 911 loses 26.7 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Porsche 911 retains 21.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW 8 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 BMW 8 Series’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the 2020 Porsche 911 base engine makes 379 horsepower. The 8 Series is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. The 911 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. This gives the 2020 BMW 8 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Porsche 911. Both models use premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
58973 - 74926
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.478602
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
114998 - 154994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.26718
BMW 8 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.193415 / 10
Reliability:
7.88683 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 8 Series Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
21 out of / 26Porsche 911 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 40Ranking
5 out of / 23Ranking
6 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 18Ranking
23 out of / 30Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 BMW 8 Series Trim Levels
840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, 840i Gran Coupe, 840i xDrive Gran Coupe, M850i xDrive Gran Coupe
2020 Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S, Carrera S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
368 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
379 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.108 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
287 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
52.7 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3508 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
51.1 inches
Length:
177.9 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40ZR19