1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 360 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
