1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB4 | D8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |