1969 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 736 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Capri | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 88 L |
