1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1675 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Donkervoort | Rolls-Royce |
Model | D8 | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |