1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Land Rover |
| Model | D8 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2240 mm |
