[Auto] Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 R: A very sporty and addictive tongue twister

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The manufacturer Donkevoort is back. The last time we talked to you about him was a few months ago. The reason for this was really important, as they launched a very special model on the market. With the Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 they not only commemorated the 42 years of the firm's life. They also took the opportunity to pay a heartfelt tribute to its founder. Now, they present an evolution destined to destroy the chrono on the circuits.

It is the Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 R and the evolution with respect to the base model is really interesting. In the first place because it offers a much more radical and aggressive image, if there was room for improvement. But it is not the only aspect that changes. In fact, the firm defines this product as the fastest, maddest and safest racing car in the world. We will tell you how it changes and why they believe that their personality is now more "aggressive."

The Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 R is a machine designed for the circuit

The aesthetics of the Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 R have few comments. It is sporty and enters the eye as soon as you see it. It is at a technical level where its engineers have worked the most. Thus, Audi's turbocharged five-cylinder block is the main beneficiary. Of the 2.5 liters that it offers, it increases its performance to 422 CV and 760 Nm of maximum torque. This is offers 41 more CV and 285 Nm of torque respectively.

And the best of the Donkevoort D8 GTO-JD70 R is not only in its mechanics. The power to weight ratio is really good. That is, with only 725 kilos it yields a figure of 1.71 CV per kilo. For this reason, it offers heart-stopping features. Thus, it accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 2.7 seconds and 0 to 200 kilometers per hour in 7.7 seconds. For its part, the maximum speed is 280 kilometers per hour.

All this potential is managed through a 6-speed manual transmission. Technically speaking, the Donkervoort D8 GTO-JD70 R features a chassis and suspension tuned to shine on a track. In fact, it will be in this terrain where it is most enjoyable at its controls, as it will be able to offer cornering with up to 2.25G of lateral acceleration. However, all this waste of sportsmanship has a downside: its price.

As indicated by the brand, it will start at 198 thousand euros VAT of 21 percent included. However, we must add the 1,210 euros that its preparation and set-up costs. The number of units that will be manufactured is uncertain, although as a curiosity to mention that they offer a financing service. Maybe they want to expand the client portfolio? The same is that.