1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 390 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
Model | D8 | Firenza |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |