1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 600 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2930 mm |