1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric 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 55 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 410 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
