1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1313 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 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Infiniti |
| Model | D8 | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2885 mm |
