1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 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 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 690 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.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | 360 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |