1996 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1661 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1996 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | GMC |
| Model | D8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3645 mm |
