2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Skoda 440 weights approximately 305 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 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Skoda |
Model | D8 | 440 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |