2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 575 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | D8 | TF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
