BMW 8 Series vs. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the BMW 8 Series and Mercedes-Benz AMG GT contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the BMW 8 Series and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
When we compare the BMW 8 Series's and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT's specifications and ratings, the BMW 8 Series has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The BMW 8 Series and Mercedes-Benz AMG GT have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the BMW 8 Series's and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT is a better car than the BMW 8 Series.
Pricing: For a new model, the BMW 8 Series's price is between $94,955 and $117,493, with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT priced between $145,150 and $204,110.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW 8 Series loses 47.9 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT loses 39.3 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT retains 8.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW 8 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the BMW 8 Series’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT base engine makes 469 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The BMW 8 Series and Mercedes-Benz AMG GT are comparable in regards to interior volume
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$94,955 - $117,493
Starting MSRP:
$90,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$93,699
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$47,595 - $138,800
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$145,150 - $204,110
Starting MSRP:
$134,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$102,671
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$46,440 - $273,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
344
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
61
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$126,819
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$63,681 - $273,789
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
579
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
58
# Good or Great Deals:
2
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$45,006
Depreciation %:
49.6%
Resale Value $:
$45,794
Residual Value %:
50.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
50.9%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
49.6% - 56.6%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$53,891
Depreciation %:
39.9%
Resale Value $:
$81,009
Residual Value %:
60.1%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
30.2%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
8.9% - 50.9%
BMW 8 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW 8 Series
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
15.9
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
12.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
10.1 - 17.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.8 - 13.4
BMW 8 Series Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
24 out of / 29Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 41Ranking
12 out of / 41Ranking
12 out of / 41Ranking
25 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 41Ranking
27 out of / 41Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
BMW 8 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Trim Levels
55, 63, 43, 53
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
469 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 2250 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
33.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
46.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14.8 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:
11.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3902 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
53 inches
Length:
191.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4343 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
186 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
295/30R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic
Blue
Frozen Tanzanite Blue Metallic / Portimao Blue Metallic / Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
Gray
Dravit Grey Metallic / Frozen Pure Grey Metallic / Skyscraper Grey Metallic
Green
San Remo Green Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Red
Aventurin Red Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Silver
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
MANUFAKTUR Hyper Blue Magno / MANUFAKTUR Starling Blue Magno / Starling Blue Metallic
Gray
MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey / Selenite Grey Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic
White
MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Magno / MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic
Silver
Cirrus Silver Metallic
Yellow
Sun Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ BlackM Piping
Blue
Night Blue/Black
Brown
Cognac / Tartufo/Black
Red
Fiona Red/Black
White
Ivory White / Ivory White/Night Blue / Ivory White/Tartufo
Beige
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black w/ Red Stitching / Black w/ Yellow Stitching
Blue
Not available
Brown
MANUFAKTUR Tartufo Brown/Black / Sienna Brown/Black
Red
Red Pepper/Black
White
MANUFAKTUR Crystal White/Black
Beige
MANUFAKTUR Macchiato Beige/Titanium Grey
Gray
Sage Grey/Black
