2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
| Model | DBS | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
