2002 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1993 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1993 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 1993 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 330 | D8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |