1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 18 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1900 mm |
