1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1988 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 592 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 70 | 1988 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | A 70 | S8 |
Year Released | 1949 | 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |