1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Camaro | D8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 625 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 |