1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Donkervoort D8

To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 25 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Donkervoort D8 1993 Donkervoort D8
Make Donkervoort Donkervoort
Model D8 D8
Year Released 1999 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6750 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2310 mm


 

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