2004 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 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 530 (290 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 530 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
