2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 826 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1949 Rover P4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Rover |
Model | D8 | P4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2102 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |