2009 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 330 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
