2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
| Model | Vanquish | D8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
