1992 BMW 320 vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 320 | D8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |