1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 710 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Charger | D8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
