1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1612 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | S8 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |