1960 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 1550 kg more than 2003 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | Princess | D8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 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 | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2310 mm |