2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1994 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, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
| Model | Vanquish | S8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
