1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 695 kg more than 1994 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
Model | Regal | S8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |