1996 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 935 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 332 | D8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |