1999 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 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 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | AC | Donkervoort |
Model | Cobra | D8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 210 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |