1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 20 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1295 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
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1993 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
Model | D8 | A7 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2914 mm |