1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 952 kg more than 2005 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Chevelle | D8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
