2009 BMW 135 vs. 1993 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1993 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1993 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1993 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | 135 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 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 |
