2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 1986 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1647 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Arnage | 1986 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
Model | Arnage | S8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |