2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Alpina | Donkervoort |
Model | B 10 | S8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |