1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | Turbo | D8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
