1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1139 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | D8 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
