2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1600 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Aston Martin |
| Model | D8 | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
