1991 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1992 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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 325 | S8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |