1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 923 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Corvette | D8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |