1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2004 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 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
