1965 Abarth OT vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Abarth OT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Donkervoort |
| Model | OT | S8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1110 mm |
