1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 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 165 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1992 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Innocenti |
| Model | D8 | Mille |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
