1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 731 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.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1998 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1998 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | D8 | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |