2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica 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 120 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
| Model | D8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
