1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (116 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 1990 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Donkervoort |
| Model | A 108 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
