1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 308 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
