1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | D8 | 924 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |