2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1986 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 19 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1775 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1986 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1986 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1986 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | Continental | S8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| 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 | 421 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
