2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan 4 weights approximately 345 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | D8 | 4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |