1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Beijing | Donkervoort |
| Model | BJ 2021 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
