2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |