1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Donkervoort |
| Model | 33 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
