1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 836 kg more than 1996 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |
