2009 BMW 120 vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 735 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 120 | D8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |