1970 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1987 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Audi | Donkervoort |
Model | 100 | S8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |