1992 BMW 850 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2003 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 850 | D8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |