1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morgan 4 weights approximately 5 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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | S8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |