1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1994 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8. 1992 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | Virage | S8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |