2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 248 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | Spyder |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |