2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Corvette | D8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |