1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 730 kg more than 1993 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | D8 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
