2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 1000 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2004 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Donkervoort | Oldsmobile |
Model | D8 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |