1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1002 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3000 mm |
