1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 851 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | D8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |