1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Corvette | D8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
