2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1080 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.
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 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | CTS | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
