1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1991 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1991 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 373 kg more than 1991 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1991 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | Alfetta | S8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
