1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1999 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1999 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
| Model | A 60 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
