1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 760 kg more than 1994 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Corvette | D8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
