1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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. Both 1992 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 991 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D8 | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
