1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 760 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Donkervoort D8 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |