Donkervoort knows what any driving enthusiast would want to experience while driving a fast car and has carefully crafted the Donkervoort D8 GTO-40, a limited edition super sports car, to fulfill enthusiasts' fantasies.
The D8 GTO-40 can be considered one of Donkervoort's greatest inventions, a beautiful roadster. Donkervoort introduced the limited edition at the Leyland headquarters, Netherlands. It is a modification of the 2016 Donkervoort D8 GTO-RS and the lightest and fastest GTO in Donkervoort's history.
Supported by an AUDI 2.5L R5 TFSI powerful engine, giving off an excellent performance.
What is a pretty GTO without the power to move fast? Here are reasons why the incredible D8 GTO-40 is said to offer its riders an unfiltered and overwhelming experience.
Donkervoort-D8-GTO-40's EX-CORE®: The Weight Shredder
Although the Donkervoort cars are popularly known to be lightweight, the Donkervoort D8 GTO-40 is actually Donkervoort's lightest GTO, it has its body components specially made with carbon-fiber EX-CORE® technology. So much work has been put in place to ensure that the D8 GTO-40 is very compact with minimalistic components. EX-CORE® is the major material used in the D8 GTO-40. It is based on a strong carbon-aluminum-steel tubular hybrid chassis, with a few similarities to the D8 GTO.
The chassis is strong yet still lightweight, making it as much as 22 kg smaller than the D8 GTO. It weighs 678 kg. Because of this EX-CORE invention, Donkervoort was recently awarded the European Union Innovation Grant for High-tech Materials. Although having an EX-CORE body it is still a safe and strong racing car.
The Donkervoort D8 GTO-40 Blows Past The Winds With Its Aerodynamic Body
Its greatest Speed is 174 mph, and it can accelerate either from rest to 62 mph in 2.7 seconds to 124 mph in 7.7 seconds. The car's lightweight made it super easy for it to attain great speed. The D8 GTO-40's down force and aerodynamic balance were increased as a result of its incredible design and its aerodynamic elements: its air dams and its rear diffuser.
The powertrain, rear wheels, and brakes enjoy additional cooling thankfully through the air outlets at the bumper, the rear fenders, and the grille.
The Donkervoort D8 GTO-40 Makes You Comfortable While Confronting The Wind
The D8 GTO-40 is perfectly suitable for touring comfortably. It has an air conditioning system, a titanium exhaust, and an exhaust system, of which the driver can decide to opt for either a racier or a more relaxing sound. This is the first vehicle with such innovations.
These customizable features make the D8 GTO-40 totally versatile while not interfering with its great performance typical of it for the past 40 years. Its 100% carbon fiber rims are yet another new innovation by Donkervoort.
Its Powertrain Is Also Superb
The D8 GTO-40 is a rear-wheel-drive car powered by the AUDI 2, R5 TFSI engine giving Maximum Power of 380 bhp / 284 kW at 5500 rpm, torque of 500 Nm at 1750 rpm, and a displacement of 5L2480 cc.
Usually, it consumes about 8-10L of gasoline per 100 km, while its Fuel tank capacity is 48 L. On average, the amount of carbon dioxide it releases is 178 g/km.
The D8 GTO-40's gearbox operates on a 5-speed manual transmission in ratios 2.95:1 (I), 1,94:1 (II), 1,34:1 (III), 1,00:1 (IV), 0,80:1 and (V), reverse 2.76:1, final drive 3,62:1
The Donkervoort D8 GTO-40 Is Undoubtedly A Gorgeous Car
The D8 GTO-40 is a two-seater with two doors that features a carbon fiber floor that makes the interior very appealing. Also, its tunnel and floor plate are a beauty to behold. To further complement its interior all necessary information on the fascia is displayed on a sharp LCD screen. The D8 GTO-40 interior is also very minimalist. Its two sports seats with tiny headrests provide some comfort.
Some unnecessary features are not in the car, just to make it as light as possible to give a great sporting performance. It has unique wheel designs, with the Donkervoort logo on each nut on the tires. The bonnet is very long, giving great covering over its powerful engine. The D8 GTO-40's roof is tiny, and its back is open. The two doors are foldable.
The basic cost of a brand new Donkervoort D8 GTO-40 from Donkervoort is about $170,660 and would cost even more as the buyer goes on to add more components when customizing. Possibly a fairly used D8 GTO-40 should be sold for less.
This rare roadster is a powerful, light, and fast one. It is worth every penny if you'll love to experience the thrill of driving fast cars.