2002 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 17 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 980 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 332 | S8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |