1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 856 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Oldsmobile |
| Model | D8 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1486 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
