1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | S8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |