1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1989 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Rover |
| Model | S8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
