1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 370 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Italdesign |
| Model | D8 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
