1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 316 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3610 mm |