1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Innocenti |
Model | S8 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |