1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | S8 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |