2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (139 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort D8. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1995 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1995 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1995 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | STS | D8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
