1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 5 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (314 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort D8 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Marcos |
| Model | D8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
