1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Marcos |
Model | D8 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |