2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1988 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1988 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Donkervoort |
| Model | Ram | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1110 mm |
