2003 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2003 BMW 525 is newer by 18 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 890 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, 2003 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 525 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 525 | S8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |