2007 Dodge Viper vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Viper weights approximately 873 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Viper | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
Model | Viper | D8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |