2006 BMW 745 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 14 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1437 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 2006 BMW 745 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. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 745 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
