2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1070 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mercury |
Model | D8 | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |