2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 320 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (189 Nm). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | D8 | Vision |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2940 mm |
