1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 820 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | S8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |