1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2450 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 3075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3490 mm |