1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB4 | S8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |