2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 294 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | D8 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |