1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 6 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 470 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
| Model | D8 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
