2008 BMW 650 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1985 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 650 | S8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |