1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 725 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dart | D8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
