1991 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 525 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
