1972 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 815 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 520 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
