2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1996 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Express | D8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
