1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 108 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) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 310 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1722 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 |
