1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Beijing | Donkervoort |
| Model | BJ 2020 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1110 mm |
