1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 2005 Porsche Boxster 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. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
| Model | D8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
