2009 BMW 635 vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1992 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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 635 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
