1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 | Spyder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |