1972 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 520 | D8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |