1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Alpine | Donkervoort |
Model | A 310 | D8 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |