2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 735 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2003 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2003 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | D8 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
