2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
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 Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire 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 101 more horse power than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph Spitfire. (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | D8 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
