1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 998 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2838 mm |