1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 605 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Triumph |
| Model | S8 | Renown |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
