1971 Austin 3 vs. 1991 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1991 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1991 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Austin | Donkervoort |
Model | 3 | S8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |