1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Venturi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 605 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Venturi |
| Model | D8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
