1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Wartburg |
Model | S8 | 312 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |