1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Donkervoort |
| Model | D8 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
