1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 912 weights approximately 318 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) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | D8 | 912 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2220 mm |