1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | A 70 | D8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |