2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C 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 124 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Donkervoort | Steyr |
Model | D8 | 700C |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 642 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1950 mm |