2007 BMW 650 vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 13 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 990 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 650 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
