1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 11 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1120 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8. 2008 Ferrari 599 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. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
