1991 BMW M12 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 M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster 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 M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | M12 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
