2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus M250 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus M250 weights approximately 50 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lotus |
| Model | D8 | M250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
