1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 430 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Donkervoort | TVR |
| Model | D8 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
