2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1978 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
| Model | Silverado | D8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2310 mm |
