1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 11 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1999 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mini |
| Model | D8 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2548 mm |
