2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 755 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |