1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Beijing | Donkervoort |
| Model | BJ 2021 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
