2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | D8 | FE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
