1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 14 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 576 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, 2006 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Pagani |
| Model | D8 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
