1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1997 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1997 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
