1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1986 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, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Rover |
Model | S8 | P4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |