1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | S8 | 928 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |