1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1987 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1987 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | S8 | 530 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1462 mm |