1995 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | NSX | Spyder |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |