1983 Ford GT vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Ford 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford GT | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | GT | Spyder |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |