1994 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 750 | D8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |