1999 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 730 | S8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |