2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 955 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 1977 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Donkervoort | Avanti |
Model | D8 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |