1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 16 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1701 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, 2008 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 2008 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2008 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lincoln |
Model | D8 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3150 mm |