2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 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 93 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Innocenti |
| Model | D8 | J4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
