1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Land Rover |
| Model | D8 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
