2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Speedster weights approximately 320 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
Model | D8 | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |