1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8

To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 84 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 2001 Donkervoort D8
Make Austin-Healey Donkervoort
Model Sprite D8
Year Released 1967 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 625 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2310 mm


 

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