1999 Honda Life vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 940 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Life | Spyder |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |