1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1907 kg more than 1992 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 854 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8. 2013 Bentley Mulsane has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Mulsane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Bentley |
| Model | S8 | Mulsane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2208 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1521 mm |
