2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 553 F2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | D8 | 553 F2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
