1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 715 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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | D8 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
