1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Noble M10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Noble M10 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 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, 1999 Noble M10 (220 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 1999 Noble M10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Noble |
| Model | S8 | M10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
