2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda NSX weights approximately 745 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, 1994 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1994 Honda NSX | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | NSX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2540 mm |