1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2000 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 2800 | D8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |