2004 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 525 | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |