1977 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1990 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 166 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | 100 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
