2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Peugeot |
| Model | D8 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
