2009 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1994 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 335 | D8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |