1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ginetta G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ginetta G would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ginetta G weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ginetta |
| Model | S8 | G |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1050 mm |
