1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1986 McLaren MP4
To start off, both 1986 Donkervoort S8 and 1986 McLaren MP4 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 McLaren MP4 (987 HP @ 11500 RPM) has 871 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 McLaren MP4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 McLaren MP4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1986 McLaren MP4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | McLaren |
| Model | S8 | MP4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 11500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 540 kg |
