2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1999 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | BMW | Donkervoort |
| Model | Z4 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
