1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 9 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
