2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1295 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | D8 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |