1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1132 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 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Donkervoort S8 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | S8 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1425 mm |
