1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Donkervoort | MG |
| Model | S8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
