2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1956 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Tatra T603. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Tatra T603 weights approximately 845 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1956 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Tatra |
Model | D8 | T603 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |