1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 31 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 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 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alpine | Donkervoort |
Model | A 310 | D8 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |