1991 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1991 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Donkervoort S8 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | 330 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |