1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
