1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2010 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Maybach Landaulet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
| Model | Spider | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
