1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T 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 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Steyr |
| Model | D8 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
