1986 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1986 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 425 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, 1986 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Donkervoort S8 | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
Model | S8 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |