2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 905 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2001 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2001 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Donkervoort D8 2009 Porsche Cayman
Make Donkervoort Porsche
Model D8 Cayman
Year Released 2001 2009
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1780 cc 3385 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 625 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2420 mm


 

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