2001 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Evora weights approximately 757 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lotus |
| Model | D8 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2576 mm |
