1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Avanti | Donkervoort |
Model | Avanti | D8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 625 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 |