2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 475 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | F40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |