1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 220 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
Model | D8 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |