1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | 15 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |
