2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1989 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1989 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | STS | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
