1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 49 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | S8 | GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
