1998 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 318 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
