1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | S8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
