1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 17 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 1036 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
