2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
| Model | D8 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
