2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 355 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 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1960 Holden FC | |
Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
Model | D8 | FC |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |