1975 Audi 50 vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 50 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | 50 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
