1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1992 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. 1954 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | 62 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2310 mm |
