2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 380 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 760 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 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 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Viper | S8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
