1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 8 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 520 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Marcos |
| Model | D8 | TSO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
