2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 304 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 84 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 325 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, 1976 Peugeot 304, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Peugeot |
| Model | D8 | 304 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
