1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1989 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1989 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | 90 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
