2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati 300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Maserati |
| Model | D8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
