1999 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8

To start off, both 1999 BMW 750 and 1999 Donkervoort D8 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 1433 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 750 1999 Donkervoort D8
Make BMW Donkervoort
Model 750 D8
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5370 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 210 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2058 kg 625 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2310 mm


 

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