1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
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 Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 555 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 Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana 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 Torana | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | D8 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
