1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1994 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | V8 Zagato | D8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |