1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 330 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 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
