1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | 75 | D8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
