1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Peugeot 404 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 43 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 390 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Peugeot |
Model | S8 | 404 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |