1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 309 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
| Model | S8 | FC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
