1997 BMW 850 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 850 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
