2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 913 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 668 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, 2010 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Donkervoort | SSC |
| Model | D8 | Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
