2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8

To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 1 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 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 306 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1285 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 2001 Donkervoort D8
Make Aston Martin Donkervoort
Model Vanquish D8
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5934 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 454 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 625 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


 

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