1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Ginetta G21
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G21. (128 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 241 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, both vehicles can yield 235 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ginetta |
| Model | D8 | G21 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
