2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | D8 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
