1994 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1075 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | M5 | D8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |