2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 502 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | 208 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |