2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 981 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8. 2009 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1992 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1992 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Donkervoort |
| Model | STS | D8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
