1985 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 22 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan 44 weights approximately 305 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Donkervoort S8 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
| Model | S8 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
