1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz AIV weights approximately 530 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Donkervoort | Panoz |
Model | D8 | AIV |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |