1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1987 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
