1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 665 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Venturi |
| Model | D8 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
