1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 16 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1470 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Infiniti |
| Model | D8 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
