1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1968 Holden Brougham

To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1993 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1993 Donkervoort S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Donkervoort S8 1968 Holden Brougham
Make Donkervoort Holden
Model S8 Brougham
Year Released 1993 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 5025 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1420 mm


 

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