2003 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | M3 | S8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |