1987 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1987 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1987 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 225 kg more than 1987 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Donkervoort S8 | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lamborghini |
Model | S8 | Miura |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1110 mm |