1980 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1999 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 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | Seville | D8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
