1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 539 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 2200 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
