1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
| Model | D8 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3211 mm |
