1998 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1993 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 740 | S8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |