2007 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 318 and 1992 Donkervoort D8 are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 318 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 650 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 |
