1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, both 1999 Donkervoort D8 and 1999 Audi S3 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 900 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.
Because 1999 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Audi S3 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
Model | D8 | S3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |