1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
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 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | 17 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |