2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1996 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1996 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1996 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Sprinter | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2310 mm |
