2007 Acura TL vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 746 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Acura | Donkervoort |
| Model | TL | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
