1966 Alvis TF vs. 1985 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1985 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1985 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alvis | Donkervoort |
| Model | TF | S8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
