2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 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 88 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 335 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | D8 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
