2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1565 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2003 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2003 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Donkervoort | BMW |
Model | D8 | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3211 mm |