1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 1205 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | S8 | M3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1392 mm |