1989 BMW 850 vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1994 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 850 | D8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |