1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 149 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 285 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | D8 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
