2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan 44 weights approximately 350 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | D8 | 44 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |