1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morgan 4 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 53 more horse power than 1971 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morgan 4 weights approximately 10 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | D8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |