1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 410 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, 1971 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | S8 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
