2004 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 320 | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1615 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 |