2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 113 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Suzuki |
| Model | D8 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2020 mm |
