1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 19 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1236 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 2011 Aston Martin Virage 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. 2011 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Aston Martin |
| Model | D8 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1288 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2741 mm |
