1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1998 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
Model | 2000 | D8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |