1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega. 2003 Opel Omega 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. 2003 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
