1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore 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 275 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Commodore | Spyder |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |