1982 BMW 628 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 628 weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 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, 1982 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 628 | D8 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |