1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | D8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
