1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1999 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | 330 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |