1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 843 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | D8 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
