2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 890 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Viper | S8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
