1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 910 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.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 1999 Porsche 911 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. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
