1996 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 540 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
