1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1989 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
Model | Newport | S8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |