1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Spyder |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 1450 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |