1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 81 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | A 40 | S8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |