2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 551 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 725 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Pagani |
| Model | D8 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2795 mm |
