1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 605 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Donkervoort | Venturi |
Model | D8 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |