1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
Model | 750 | S8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |