2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lotus |
| Model | D8 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
