1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Caterham | Donkervoort |
Model | Super 7 | D8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |