2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
Model | D8 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |