1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 1015 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
