1999 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | A4 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
