1994 Caterham Seven vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Caterham Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Caterham Seven would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 1994 Caterham Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Caterham Seven (165 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Caterham Seven should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven.
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, 1994 Caterham Seven (203 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 1994 Caterham Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Caterham | Donkervoort |
| Model | Seven | D8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
