1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1992 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1992 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | A 95 | D8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |