1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox 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 63 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 262 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1994 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
| Model | D8 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
