1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 28 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1319 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1422 mm |
