1958 BMW 501 vs. 1983 Donkervoort S7
To start off, 1983 Donkervoort S7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1983 Donkervoort S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 501 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1080 mm |
