2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
