2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica
To start off, both 2004 Donkervoort D8 and 2004 Ferrari Superamerica were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Superamerica weights approximately 825 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, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | Superamerica |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |