1993 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo 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 22 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 265 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Donkervoort S8 | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1170 mm |
