1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 600 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
| Model | D8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
