1975 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 320 | S8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |