1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2001 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
Model | GT | D8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |