1990 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2003 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2003 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Crown Victoria | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Crown Victoria | Spyder |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |