1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 330 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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Noble |
Model | D8 | M12 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |