1992 BMW 332 vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 5 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 765 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 332 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
