2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Fox 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 73 more horse power than 1975 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi Fox weights approximately 287 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
| Model | D8 | Fox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
