2001 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
