1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | F355 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |