2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 100 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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1993 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Donkervoort | Westfield |
Model | D8 | ZEI |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |