2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 540 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 Length | 3420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
