1998 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 805 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 323 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
