1987 BMW 750 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2004 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2004 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2004 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 750 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
