1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 4 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Steyr |
| Model | D8 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1510 mm |
