1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Viper | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
Model | Viper | D8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |