BMW I8 vs Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Comparison

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Things we like	Futuristic Styling Performance Sophisticated Features Read More	Proper sports-car looks and performance Sharp handling Read More
Things we don't like	Stiff Ride Pricing Read More	Too pricey Extremely stiff ride quality for daily usage Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	3	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	--
Engine	1.5 L	4.0 L

Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	7-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	4x4	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1499 cc	3998 cc
Power	362	462
Torque	570 Nm	600 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	304 kmph
Acceleration	--	4.0 s

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	150 L	285 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	42 L	65 L
Seating Capacity	4 seats	2 seats
Length	4689 mm	4546 mm
Width	2039 mm	1939 mm
Ground Clearance	117 mm	--
Height	1298 mm	1288 mm
Wheel Base	2800 mm	2630 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	1560 kg	--

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	20 Inch
Tyre Size	215/45 R20	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R20

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	12.3 m	--
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	No
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	No	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Yes	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	No

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

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Valve Configuration

DOHC DOHC

DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	No
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	No	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	No
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	No
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	No
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Rear Reading Lamp	--	No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	No
Cup Holders-Rear	--	No
Seat Lumbar Support	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
CD Player	No	Yes
DVD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	No	No
Fog Lights Rear	No	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	--
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	Yes	No
Rear Spoiler	No	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	--
Moon Roof	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Yes	--

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	No	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED

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