1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2003 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | Lagonda | D8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2310 mm |