1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 9 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1261 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3120 mm |