1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird 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 72 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
