2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1910 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.
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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Donkervoort |
| Model | Arnage | S8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
