1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Giulia | D8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
