1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GT | Spyder |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |