1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 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) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 60 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 60 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | A 60 | S8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |