1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 19 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 150 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
Model | S8 | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |