2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2000 Donkervoort D8 and 2000 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2000 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2000 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mitsubishi |
Model | D8 | Magna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |