1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 616 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Donkervoort | Panoz |
Model | D8 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |