2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 470 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | D8 | C 111 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |