2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 696 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Moretti |
Model | D8 | 2500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |