2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 800 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Donkervoort | Buick |
Model | D8 | Century |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |