1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 14 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 755 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 1999 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1999 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | 458 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
