2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
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 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | Azure | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2310 mm |
