1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2000 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 423 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2000 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
Model | Cuneo | D8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |