1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1989 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Alpine | Donkervoort |
Model | A 310 | S8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |