1994 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 525 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort S8 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Donkervoort | Holden |
Model | S8 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |