1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | D8 | 528 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2888 mm |