2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Sunbeam |
| Model | D8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
