2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 925 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 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | D8 | Supra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |