2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 2,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Rover 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 718 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600. 1977 Rover 2600 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. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Rover |
| Model | D8 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
