1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 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 92 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1999 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Innocenti |
Model | D8 | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |