1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | S8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1311 mm |