Comparison tests 2020 Porsche 911 vs. 2019 BMW 8 Series

[donkeykong]

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[Betty Swollocks]

I wouldn't even bother taking a test drive in the 8er if I had a choice of these two.

 

[Merc1]

Yeah why?

M

 

[sako97]

I wouldn't even bother taking a test drive in the 8er if I had a choice of these two.

Yeah why?

M

A pig vs a world-class ballerina, although I do like the 8er.

Also, depreciation is a tale of two cities.

 

[Merc1]

A pig vs a world-class ballerina, although I do like the 8er.

Also, depreciation is a tale of two cities.

The only 8 that I'm even remotely interested in is the GC.

M

 

[Deleted member 1071]

Also, depreciation is a tale of two cities.

Absolutely. Leaving the subjective "investment in the soul" brand-fan factor out of the equation, the 8er is not one of the better automotive investments in objective monetary terms. Here, in the longer run, the 911 reigns supreme.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

I wouldn't even bother taking a test drive in the 8er if I had a choice of these two.

My sentiments as well.

 

[martinbo]

Interesting though how the 911 has steadily burgeoned into overlapping with the grand tourer class over time.
The 992 now more than ever arches across the traditional sports car and GT disciplines whilst remaining more sporty and less luxurious than out-and out GTs.

 

[braaf]

Agreeing with all the points raised, but the Porsche has become ugly and can't hold a candle to the sexy lines of the 8.

 

[martinbo]

Agreeing with all the points raised, but the Porsche has become ugly and can't hold a candle to the sexy lines of the 8.

Noooo... A 992 in the metal is still a wondrous thing to behold. I'd much rather look at that than the still very lovely 8 Series coupé.

 

[braaf]

Noooo... A 992 in the metal is still a wondrous thing to behold. I'd much rather look at that than the still very lovely 8 Series coupé.

I feel you Martin. It's not like it's the ugliest car since the inception of cars. For me the design has taken a step backward. Most importantly it still has that classic Porsche silhouette.

The 2 main issues for me are the Cayenne and Macan rear lights and the acres of cheap looking black plastic on the bumpers.

I still prefer the previous generation.

Love this car.

 

[martinbo]

The 2 main issues for me are the Cayenne and Macan rear lights and the acres of cheap looking black plastic on the bumpers.

I still prefer the previous generation.

Yeah mate, with you on this. 991 is prettier than 992 I feel. But then I have an absolute lust-affair with 991. 992 benefits considerably from ticking the SportsDesign package option - especially at the front.
Options, options, options - that's the Porsche mantra!

 

[Betty Swollocks]

Owning a 911 is a box that I REALLY want to tick one day.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

Owning a 911 is a box that I REALLY want to tick one day.

Some advice from an old dude:

Don't wait too long. I came soooo close to ticking that box on several occasions from the mid-1980s' up until the first few years of the new millenium. But somehow, I permitted "reason" to override "passion" and convinced myself that there were more prudent choices in which I would invest my hard-earned cash. Tragic.

And look at me now. The "passion" (for me) no longer encompasses a requirement of ownership. I feel quite satisfied indulging myself with the formidable collection of literature that I have accumulated over the years, the occasional visit to a "Meilenwerk", "Klassik-Stadt" or the Porsche Museum and visiting the Porsche Zentrum every once in a while. Not to forget enjoying some internet forums such as this one.

Nowadays, I drive a KIA Sportage. Sad.

 

[braaf]

Some advice from an old dude:

Don't wait too long. I came soooo close to ticking that box on several occasions from the mid-1980s' up until the first few years of the new millenium. But somehow, I permitted "reason" to override "passion" and convinced myself that there were more prudent choices in which I would invest my hard-earned cash. Tragic.

And lo...

Nothing wrong with that mate. Sometimes in life, life happens.

 

[Deleted member 1071]

Nothing wrong with that mate. Sometimes in life, life happens.

Yep-life is what happens when one has made other plans.

 

[CrunchSlaughtered]

Yep-life is what happens when one has made other plans.

When one makes no plans, everything runs according to the plan

 

[dalab]

My plan went to hell

 

[Deleted member 1071]

We Germans have a saying: "Der Mensch denkt-aber Gott lenkt." Loosely translated "Human beings contemplate-but God (or "godliness" for those who aren't into the dogmatic monotheism thing) is at the controls". The journey is the destination.

Enough of this profound shit. Back to cars .

 

[Rolf]

A Porsche is well a Porsche which means you are driving something special and it's a dream sports car for many people. Just hearing its name stirs the blood of many people who simply are in awe with what it is capable of. The 8 series is a new model from BMW and still has alot to prove and try and make a name for itself in its hugely competitive market. It has a large list of rivals here from pure sports cars like the 911 to genuine luxury cars like the Bentley Continental GT and Mercedes S class Coupe. It's a tough task for BMW to succeed against established rivals like these.