2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 555 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Donkervoort | Panoz |
Model | D8 | AIV |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |