1974 AC 428 vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AC 428 | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | AC | Donkervoort |
| Model | 428 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
