1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 422 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Donkervoort S8 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
Model | S8 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 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 | 678 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |