1975 DAF 66 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 DAF 66 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | DAF | Donkervoort |
| Model | 66 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
