1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,065 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Supra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 940 kg more than 1994 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 883 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Donkervoort | Toyota |
Model | S8 | Supra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |