2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1007 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.
Because 1994 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Buick | Donkervoort |
Model | Park Avenue | S8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |