| Details | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M8 | Virtus |
| Generation | M8 Convertible (F91, facelift 2022) | Virtus (facelift 2023) |
| Modification | Competition 4.4 V8 (625 Hp) xDrive Steptronic Sport | 1.0 TSI (109/116 Hp) |
| Start Of Production | March, 2022 | February, 2023 |
Performance
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Acceleration 0 100 Kmh | 3.3 sec | 10 sec |
| Acceleration 0 62 Mph | 3.3 sec | 10 sec |
| Max Speed | 250 km/h, Electronically limited 155.34 mph | 192 km/h 119.3 mph |
Body & Dimensions
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Body Type | Cabriolet | Sedan |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Length | 4867 mm 191.61 in. | 4561 mm 179.57 in. |
| Width | 1907 mm 75.08 in. | 1751 mm 68.94 in. |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2137 mm 84.13 in. | None |
| Height | 1353 mm 53.27 in. | 1476 mm 58.11 in. |
| Wheelbase | 2827 mm 111.3 in. | 2651 mm 104.37 in. |
| Front Track | 1627 mm 64.06 in. | None |
| Rear Track | 1632 mm 64.25 in. | None |
| Front Overhang | 950 mm 37.4 in. | None |
| Rear Overhang | 1090 mm 42.91 in. | None |
| Min Turning Circle | 12.2 m 40.03 ft. | None |
Fuel Consumption
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Gasoline) | Petrol / Ethanol - E85 |
| Emission Standard | Euro 6d | None |
| Combined Fuel Consumption Wltp | 11.2-11.6 l/100 km 21 - 20.28 US mpg 25.22 - 24.35 UK mpg 8.93 - 8.62 km/l | None |
| Co2 Emissions Wltp | 255-264 g/km | None |
| Fuel Consumption Economy Urban Nedc Wltp Equivalent | 16.8-16.9 l/100 km 14 - 13.92 US mpg 16.81 - 16.71 UK mpg 5.95 - 5.92 km/l | None |
| Fuel Consumption Economy Combined Nedc Wltp Equivalent | 11.2-11.4 l/100 km 21 - 20.63 US mpg 25.22 - 24.78 UK mpg 8.93 - 8.77 km/l | None |
| Co2 Emissions Nedc Wltp Equivalent | 257-262 g/km | None |
| Fuel Consumption Economy Extra Urban Nedc Wltp Equivalen | 7.9-8.2 l/100 km 29.77 - 28.68 US mpg 35.76 - 34.45 UK mpg 12.66 - 12.2 km/l | None |
Engine & Transmission
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Powertrain Architecture | Internal Combustion engine | Internal Combustion engine |
| Power | 625 Hp @ 6000 rpm. | 109 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power Per Litre | 142.2 Hp/l | 109.1 Hp/l |
| Torque | 750 Nm @ 1800-5860 rpm. 553.17 lb.-ft. @ 1800-5860 rpm. | 165 Nm @ 1750-4250 rpm. 121.7 lb.-ft. @ 1750-4250 rpm. |
| Engine Layout | Front, Longitudinal | Front, Transverse |
| Engine Model Code | S63B44B | EA211 |
| Engine Displacement | 4395 cm3 268.2 cu. in. | 999 cm3 60.96 cu. in. |
| Number Of Cylinders | 8 | 3 |
| Engine Configuration | V-engine | Inline |
| Cylinder Bore | 89 mm 3.5 in. | None |
| Piston Stroke | 88.3 mm 3.48 in. | None |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | None |
| Number Of Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel Injection System | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Engine Aspiration | BiTurbo, Intercooler | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 10 l 10.57 US qt | 8.8 UK qt | None |
| Engine Oil Specification | 0W-30 / BMW Longlife-12 FE | 0W-20 / VW 508 00 |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive Wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) | Front wheel drive |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone | None |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link suspension | None |
| Engine Systems | Start & Stop System Particulate filter | Start & Stop System |
| Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox | 8 gears, automatic transmission Steptronic Sport | 5 gears, manual transmission |
Brakes
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Front Brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Steering Type | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power Steering | Electric Steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires Size | 275/35 ZR20; 285/35 ZR20 | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel Rims Size | 9.5J x 20; 10.5J x 20 | 15 |
| Assisting Systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
Battery - Electric / Hybrid
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating |
Weight & Capacity
| Specs | BMW - M8 | Volkswagen - Virtus |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | ||
| Weight To Power Ratio | 3.2 kg/Hp, 308.6 Hp/tonne | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight To Torque Ratio | 2.7 kg/Nm, 370.4 Nm/tonne | 7 kg/Nm, 142.1 Nm/tonne |
| Kerb Weight | 2025 kg 4464.36 lbs. | 1161 kg 2559.57 lbs. |
| Max Weight | 2440 kg 5379.28 lbs. | 1550 kg 3417.17 lbs. |
| Max Load | 415 kg 914.92 lbs. | 389 kg 857.6 lbs. |
| Trunk Boot Space Minimum | 280-350 l 9.89 - 12.36 cu. ft. | 521 l 18.4 cu. ft. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 l 17.96 US gal | 14.96 UK gal | 52 l 13.74 US gal | 11.44 UK gal |
