1992 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 325 weights approximately 655 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, 1992 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 325 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 325 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
