1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 545 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Sunbird | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
