1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1999 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Donkervoort | Alfa Romeo |
Model | D8 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |