1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1192 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.
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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1985 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1985 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mercury |
| Model | S8 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
