1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 960 kg more than 1995 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 364 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |