1991 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 831 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | 100 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
