2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 1 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1086 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB9 | D8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |