1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 377 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | 2000 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
