1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 930 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Pontiac |
| Model | D8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
