1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Alpine | Donkervoort |
Model | A 106 | S8 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |