2000 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 2000 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 2000 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 917 kg more than 2000 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Donkervoort | Maserati |
Model | D8 | Indy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |