2008 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1997 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | M3 | D8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |