2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
Model | D8 | C-Type |
Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |