1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1991 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 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1991 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1991 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Infiniti |
| Model | S8 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
