2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 845 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | D8 | Mondial |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |