1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Marcos |
| Model | S8 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
