1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 1045 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, 1995 Lexus GS (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1989 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1989 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lexus |
| Model | S8 | GS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
