1979 BMW 633 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1999 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 633 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 633 | D8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |