2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | D8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
