1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1475 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3200 mm |
