1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 855 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
