2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 9 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2065 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | Azure | D8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2310 mm |
