1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG MGB weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
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 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1966 MG MGB | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | D8 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
