1990 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 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 62 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1200 weights approximately 41 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Donkervoort S8 | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | NSU |
| Model | S8 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
