1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1986 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1986 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | S8 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2120 mm |
