1956 Abarth Renault vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Abarth Renault weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | Renault | D8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
