2001 Spyker C8 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2001 Spyker C8 has manual transmission. 2001 Spyker C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Spyker C8 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Spyker | BMW |
| Model | C8 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
