1988 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1967 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1988 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris Oxford weights approximately 452 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Donkervoort S8 | 1967 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morris |
Model | S8 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 166 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |