2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | Z4 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
