1947 Austin 16 vs. 1988 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1988 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
| Model | 16 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
