2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 890 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |