1942 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Buick 40 (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
| Model | 40 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 625 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
