2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2045 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 706 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1997 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1997 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | Azure | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2310 mm |
