1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1341 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1994 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1994 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Maserati |
| Model | D8 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3063 mm |
