2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Donkervoort | Talbot |
Model | D8 | Lago America |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |