2006 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
| Model | A3 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
