1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1995 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1995 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1988 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Commodore weights approximately 697 kg more than 1988 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, 1995 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Donkervoort S8 | 1995 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | S8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
