1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 897 kg more than 1985 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
| Model | A 90 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
