1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 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 126 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 436 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
| Model | D8 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
