1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1967 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Moretti 850S weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Donkervoort D8 | 1967 Moretti 850S | |
Make | Donkervoort | Moretti |
Model | D8 | 850S |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |