2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | MM Roadster | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
