1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 325 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, 1958 Talbot Lago America (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Talbot |
| Model | D8 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
