2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2004 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | D8 | 420G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3050 mm |
