2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 845 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Corvette | S8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |