1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | Hunaudieres | D8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
