1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1990 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1990 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Land Rover |
| Model | S8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
