1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 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 30 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Morgan |
| Model | S8 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
