1987 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 951 kg more than 2001 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
Model | Regal | D8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |