1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Simca |
Model | S8 | 8 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |