1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | S8 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
