1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Donkervoort S8 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | S8 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |