2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 935 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Cadillac |
| Model | D8 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
