2009 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | M3 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
