1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 10 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 2226 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
