1998 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Donkervoort D8 | 1968 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Moretti |
| Model | D8 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1850 mm |
