1996 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 938 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 525 | D8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |