1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 852 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | GTO | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
