1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder

To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 985 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Innocenti 950 2005 Maserati Spyder
Make Innocenti Maserati
Model 950 Spyder
Year Released 1963 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 4244 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 40 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 695 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2450 mm


 

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