1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4.
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, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | D8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |