1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Steyr Haflinger 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 121 more horse power than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1970 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Steyr |
| Model | D8 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1510 mm |
