BMW M4 vs. BMW M8
When we compare the BMW M4's and the BMW M8's specifications and ratings, the BMW M4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW M4's and the BMW M8's specifications and ratings, the BMW M4 is a better car than the BMW M8.
BMW M4 vs. BMW M8 Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M4's price is between $97,142 and $108,780, with the BMW M8 priced between $151,548 and $168,155.
BMW M4 vs. BMW M8 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M4 loses 43.7 percent of its value and the BMW M8 loses 47.9 percent of its value. This means the BMW M4 retains 4.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M8.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M4’s base engine makes 503 horsepower, and the BMW M8 base engine makes 617 horsepower. The M4 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 359 miles. The M8 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 442 miles.This gives the BMW M4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the BMW M8 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are sports cars, the BMW M4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The BMW M8 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
97142 - 108780
Used Asking Price:
87544 - 103767
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.437019
Pricing
New Asking Price:
151548 - 168155
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479214
BMW M4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 40Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 23Ranking
21 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 40Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 40Ranking
36 out of / 40BMW M8 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
10 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 18Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
35 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M4 Trim Levels
Competition xDrive, Base, Competition
BMW M8 Trim Levels
Competition
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
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:
503 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.135 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
250 / 359 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
302 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
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
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
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:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
43.9 inches
Cargo Space:
9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
84.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4306 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4560 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
53.3 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R20