1967 Alvis TF vs. 2002 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 2002 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 925 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 2002 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alvis | Donkervoort |
Model | TF | D8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |