1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB4 | D8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
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 | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |