1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1040 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | 550 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
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 | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |