1990 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | M3 | S8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |