1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord 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 56 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 435 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
