2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 924 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Chevrolet |
| Model | D8 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3380 mm |
