2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 865 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Donkervoort |
| Model | Fighter | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
