1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 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 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Beijing | Donkervoort |
| Model | BJ 2021 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1110 mm |
