1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. Both 1990 Donkervoort S8 and 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | S8 | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |