1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1960 Tatra T603
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Tatra T603 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1960 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Tatra |
Model | D8 | T603 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |