1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Viper | D8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
