1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Avanti | Donkervoort |
Model | Avanti | D8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |