1984 BMW M6 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | M6 | S8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |