1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | DeVille | D8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
