2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1991 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1991 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | Z4 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
