2001 BMW M vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 745 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | M | D8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
