2009 BMW 523 vs. 2000 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2000 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2000 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
Model | 523 | D8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |