2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 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 Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Maserati |
| Model | D8 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
