2008 BMW 630 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1989 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 630 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 630 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1992 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 | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
