2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2002 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2002 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
Model | Brooklands | D8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2310 mm |