2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1710 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Express | S8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1110 mm |