1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1986 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 875 kg more than 1986 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Studebaker |
| Model | S8 | President State |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
