2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2715 kg more than 1987 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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1987 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1987 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | State Limousine | S8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1110 mm |
