1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1770 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
Model | Turbo | D8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |