1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 985 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 2011 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
| Model | D8 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2497 mm |
