2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2005 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 456M | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
