1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 17 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 945 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
