1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1988 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 569 kg more than 1988 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Donkervoort S8 | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |