1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1370 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
| Model | D8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3122 mm |
