1960 BMW 502 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 502 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
