1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1080 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
Model | D8 | XJS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |