1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 859 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.
Because 1994 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Hyundai |
| Model | S8 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
