1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 386 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Donkervoort | Lancia |
Model | S8 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |