1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 167 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Spyder. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Spyder |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |