1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1859 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Cadillac |
| Model | D8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2946 mm |
