1986 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 325 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
