2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 86 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | D8 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
