1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 14 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 875 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | F430 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |