2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Innocenti Mille, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Donkervoort | Innocenti |
Model | D8 | Mille |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |