1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 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. Both 1999 Donkervoort D8 and 2002 Donkervoort D8 are equipped with a 1,780 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Donkervoort |
Model | D8 | D8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |