2004 BMW 630 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 630 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
