1997 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 265 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 850 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4244 cc |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
