1992 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1992 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 288 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Donkervoort | Maserati |
Model | D8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2299 mm |