1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | D8 | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1020 mm |
