1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1965 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1965 Vauxhall Velox (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1965 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Donkervoort | Vauxhall |
Model | D8 | Velox |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |