1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1989 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | S8 | 930 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |