1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2000 Donkervoort D8

To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2000 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2000 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2000 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Buick Roadmaster 2000 Donkervoort D8
Make Buick Donkervoort
Model Roadmaster D8
Year Released 1991 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 625 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2310 mm


 

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