1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1028 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | D8 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
