2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Suzuki |
| Model | D8 | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
