1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. Both 1995 Donkervoort S8 and 1983 Lancia Beta are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta, 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Lancia |
| Model | S8 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
