2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2002 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2002 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
| Model | D8 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
