2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 671 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D8 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
