2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG MGA weights approximately 270 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | D8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
