1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 891 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
Model | D8 | Golf |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2578 mm |