1992 BMW 850 vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 850 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
