1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Nissan Sports weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2160 mm |
