2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Pagani Zonda
To start off, both 2003 Donkervoort D8 and 2003 Pagani Zonda were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 399 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 620 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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Donkervoort | Pagani |
Model | D8 | Zonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 547 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 750 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |