2008 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 1187 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.
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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 335 | D8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |