1995 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 330 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
