1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB2 | D8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |