1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
| Model | S8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
