2004 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 318 | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |