1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
| Model | D8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
