1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Camaro | D8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 210 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |