1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 14 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1035 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jaguar |
| Model | S8 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
