1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Nissan Sports weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
