BMW M8 Competition vs. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S
When comparing the BMW M8 Competition's and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S's specifications and ratings, the BMW M8 Competition has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The BMW M8 Competition and Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M8 Competition's and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
BMW M8 Competition vs. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S Pricing
For a new model, the BMW M8 Competition's price is between $136,588 and $160,988, with the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S priced between $185,245 and $222,018.
BMW M8 Competition vs. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW M8 Competition loses 55.6 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S loses 44.4 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S retains 11.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW M8 Competition.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M8 Competition’s base engine makes 617 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S base engine makes 630 horsepower. Both the Competition and the 63 S are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 442 and 443 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW M8 Competition, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 63 S, a subcompact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$136,588 - $160,988
Used Asking Price:
$114,132 - $150,745
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
55.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$185,245 - $222,018
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.4%
BMW M8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW M8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 20Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 21Ranking
32 out of / 32Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other BMW M8 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Other Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Trim Levels
43, 53, 63
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:
617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.138 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
630 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
664 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.132 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
11 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
12.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4480 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
200.9 inches
Wheelbase:
119.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4784 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
53.5 inches
Length:
185.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40R20
