1998 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1992 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 318 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
