1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1944 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8. 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1857 mm |
