1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 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 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 790 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, 2006 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 2006 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1989 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1989 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
| Model | S8 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
