1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 6,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (286 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1990 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, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1990 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1990 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | S8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6274 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
