1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1220 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3120 mm |