1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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. Both 1998 Donkervoort D8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 876 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | D8 | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |