2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 74 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
| Model | D8 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
