1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
Model | 750 | S8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 166 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1110 mm |