2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 475 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG Magnett. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | D8 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
