2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1096 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.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | V8 Vantage | D8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |