2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, 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 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
| Model | Lucerne | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
