1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort S8. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Alpine | Donkervoort |
Model | V6 | S8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |