2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, 2008 MG ZR 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZR weights approximately 560 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, 2008 MG ZR, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 MG ZR | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | D8 | ZR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
