1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 2002 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 2002 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
