1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 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) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 345 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
