1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 795 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, 2012 BMW 120 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | D8 | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |