1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 935 kg more than 1992 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Camaro | D8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |