BMW i8 vs BMW M4 Coupe Comparison

Performance

Power (PS)	231 PS	387 PS
Engine Displacement	1499 cc	2993 cc
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	4.4 s	4.5 s
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Secondary Engine Type	Electric	--
Torque	320 Nm	500 Nm
Electric Motor Max Torque	250 Nm Nm	--
Electric Motor Max Power	131 ps	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	4 seats	4 seats
Height	1297 mm	1394 mm
Length	4689 mm	4794 mm
Width	1942 mm	1887 mm
Trunk/Cargo Capacity	154 L	--
No. of Doors	2	2

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
No. of Cylinders	3	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Engine	1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve DOHC	3.0L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve

Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Adaptive M suspension
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Adaptive M suspension

Transmission

Transmission	6-Speed	8-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	19 Inch
Tyre Size	215/45 R20	275/35 R19
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R20	R19

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Wheel Adjustment Type	Adjustable	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes

Safety

Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes
Electric Parking Brake	Yes	--
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Front Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	--
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Front Seat Belts Height Adjust	Yes	Yes
Airbag / Crash Detection Sensor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Open Warning	Yes	Yes
Safety Sensing	--	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	--	Yes
Side Curtain Airbag	--	Yes
Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)	--	Yes
Parking Assist System	--	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	--	Yes
Rear Camera	--	Yes
Parking Sensors	--	Yes
Walk Away Auto Lock	--	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Smart Card Entry	No	No
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Smart Entry	Yes	Yes
Electronic Control Unit (ECU)	Yes	--
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Rear Power Windows	No	--
Automatic Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear Air Ventilation	No	--
Push Start	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Front Heated Seats	No	--
Rear Heated Seats	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Auto-off Headlight	Yes	--
Paddle Shift	Yes	--
Accessory Socket	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	No	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Interior Light	No	Yes
Rear Cup Holders	No	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Front Cup Holders	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Side Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Side Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensor	Yes	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Steel Wheel	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Side Step	No	No
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	--
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Front Brake Type	Discs Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Door Mirror with Side Turn Light	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Display Audio	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB / AUX Port	Yes	Yes
Front Speaker	Yes	Yes
Rear Speaker	Yes	Yes
Apple CarPlay	--	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes
2DIN Audio	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Head-Up Display	Yes	--
Headlight Type	LED LED	LED LED
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Multi-trip Meter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Seats	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
ECON Mode	Yes	--
Center Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Memory Seat	--	Yes

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