2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 670 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
