1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 1100 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Audi |
| Model | D8 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
