2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 704 kg more than 2002 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
