2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1655 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D8 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2954 mm |
