1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 675 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
