1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 979 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
