2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1991 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 788 kg more than 1991 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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1991 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Crossfire | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
