1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1997 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1997 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Caprice | D8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |