1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Stola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Abarth Stola weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | Stola | S8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
