1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | 2CV | D8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |