2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 78 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 252 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | D8 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
