1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1993 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1993 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Coupe | D8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
