1992 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1992 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 407 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort S8 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Donkervoort | Morris |
Model | S8 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |