2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,478 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 924 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 924 weights approximately 592 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 924. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | D8 | 924 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |